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The Hon. Ann Brown is the gala chair. The Gala
Committee is made up of Beth Alcade, Penny Bank,
PBD Managing Director Sue Ellen Beryl, Tina Bolton,
Benjamin G. Boynton, Bruce Cohen, Hermine Drezner,
Susan Ellerin, Edith Hall Friedheim, Jim Fuld, Susan
Goldfein, PBD Producing Artistic Director William
Hayes, Lisa Koza, Lew Kramer, Carlton Moody, Cynthia
Nalley, Bernard Perry, Marsha and Stephen Rabb,
Lawrence Rothenberg, Susan Schwartz, Gretchen Shugart,
Louise Snyder, and PBD Chief Financial and Operating
Officer Rudina Toro.
Individual tickets are $750, and a variety of
sponsorships are still available. To purchase tickets or
sponsorships, and for further information, please visit
palmbeachdramaworks.org or contact Sue Ellen Beryl at
sberyl@palmbeachdramaworks.org or (561) 514-4042
x102.

Sarah LaPierre Named Poster Artist

For 40th Edition Of ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival

The Palm Beach North Chamber of Commerce is
excited to announce that local artist Sarah LaPierre has
been named the official poster artist for the 40th edition
of the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival presented by Tampa
General Hospital. LaPierre’s stunning artwork, titled Local
Legacy, celebrates both the vibrant cultural landscape of
Palm Beach County and the personal history LaPierre
shares with the iconic event.
In her piece, LaPierre draws from her own deep connection
to the festival, having attended since she was just nine months
old, and from the natural beauty of her hometown, Palm
Beach Gardens. Local Legacy prominently features a pair
of sandhill cranes, whose red-crowned heads symbolically
reference the festival’s 40th, or “ruby,” anniversary. Four
hidden “40s” woven throughout the piece add an interactive
element, reflecting LaPierre’s commitment to celebrating the
past while looking toward the future.
With a focus on sustainability, LaPierre incorporates
upcycled materials into the assemblage-style painting, a
theme close to her heart. Through her art, she encourages
viewers to reflect on the local wild spaces we inhabit and
our collective impact on them.
“Natural spaces are deeply important to me. They are
where I find inspiration, peace, and spiritual connection,”
LaPierre explains. Her process of using found objects from
nature and materials sourced from places like Resource
Depot, a local treasure trove of repurposable materials, Painter Sarah LaPierre has been named the official poster
further highlights her commitment to sustainability. artist for the 40th edition of the ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival.
The piece also carries a personal touch, with elements Photo by Jordan Baum
of LaPierre’s family history with ArtiGras embedded into
the artwork.
“There are nods to my family’s legacy, from attending True Treasures
the event to my father’s booth in the early days, to my own
involvement as an assistant and later as a featured artist,” Consigned Furniture
LaPierre shares.
Her work is infused with references to ArtiGras & Home Décor
memorabilia, such as name badges, early promotional
materials, and beaded necklaces, making Local Legacy not
only a visual celebration of the festival but a tribute to its TrueTreasuresInc.com
impact on her and her family.
LaPierre, who is also the host of the ArtiGras Podcast, Why pay retail when you can find a True Treasure?
has long been an advocate for local artists and cultural
enrichment. The podcast, a collaboration with the Palm
Beach North Chamber of Commerce and the Cultural
Council of Palm Beach County, highlights the incredible Now Accepting
diversity and vibrancy of the area’s arts scene. Consignments
“One of the best parts of my professional life has been
shining a light on the inspiring work of artists and cultural
figures in our community,” LaPierre says. Over $1,000,000
The 40th ArtiGras Fine Arts Festival will showcase
LaPierre’s artwork in various forms, from the festival’s paid to consignors
promotional materials to her double booth at the event. in 2024.
Attendees will have the chance to view LaPierre’s traditional
impasto paintings, as well as her new assemblage series,
including the Local Legacy piece. Her booth, located near 10% OFF the ticketed
the red gate entrance (Numbers 336 to 337), promises to price
be a must-see experience for festivalgoers. (Expires 3/04/2025)
The two-day outdoor art festival, set to take place on
February 15 and 16 at the Gardens North Country District
Park in Palm Beach Gardens, will also feature a juried 3 Convenient Locations
fine art exhibition, live entertainment, the Culinary Arts 111 N US 1, 3918 Northlake Blvd, 14555 S Military Trail,
Studio, a dedicated Amazon ArtiKids’ Zone, and the Youth North Palm Beach, FL 33408 Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33403 Delray Beach, FL 33484
Art Competition. Ranked as a Top-100 fine arts festival by 561-625-9569 561-694-2812 561-699-9797
Sunshine Artist magazine, ArtiGras offers visitors the unique
opportunity to meet and engage with over 250 of the nation’s Store Hours Mon - Sat 10 - 6, Sun 11 - 5 (Sun 12 - 5 at US 1 location only)
leading artists.